Vintage German 800 Silver Kiddush Cup Shot Glass Gold Wash Interior Gottlieb Kurz

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Description

An exquisite mid-20th-century German .800 solid silver beaker or miniature Kiddush cup crafted by the renowned silver manufactory of Gottlieb … Read more An exquisite mid-20th-century German .800 solid silver beaker or miniature Kiddush cup crafted by the renowned silver manufactory of Gottlieb Kurz (Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany). Designed with an elegant flared form, this piece features an ornate relief floral band encircling the upper exterior, a satin-brushed finished body, and a rich, fully intact gold wash (vermeil) interior.

Design Significance:
Originating from the traditional metalworking hub of Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany, this mid-century .800 silver cup demonstrates the refined craftsmanship of the Gottlieb Kurz manufactory. Combining classical floral motifs in low relief with clean, modern brushed contours and a warm vermeil interior, the piece reflects the transitional aesthetics of European silver smithing in the early-to-mid 20th century.

Curator’s Note:
A tactile accent piece for high-end bar carts, curated tray displays, or traditional Judaica collections. The contrast between the brushed exterior patinated silver and the warm gold-wash interior provides sophisticated visual warmth and historical weight.

Item Specifics:
Material: Solid German .800 Continental Silver

Interior Finish: Gold Wash / Vermeil

Origin: Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany

Maker: Gottlieb Kurz (GK Emblem Hallmark)

Height: 2.5 inches

Top Diameter: 2.0 inches

Weight: 30.0 grams

Age/Period: Circa 1930s–1950s

Reference
Book Title: German Silver Marks: Marks and Hallmarks of German Silver and Silverplate (from 1888)
Author: Giorgio B.
Reference Note: Gottlieb Kurz, Schwäbisch Gmünd (founded 1895). Documented manufacturer hallmark incorporating the official .800 national standard fineness punch and Gottlieb Kurz maker emblem.

Authenticity Assessment
Hallmark Punch Examination: Direct magnified inspection of the base confirms an authentic, clear strike of the standard 800 fineness mark alongside the official Gottlieb Kurz crown maker's punch.

Metal & Surface Wear: The crisp detail on the embossed floral rim band shows natural high-point softening consistent with period struck metalwork rather than cast reproduction seam lines.

Vermeil Interior: The interior displays genuine electro-gilt/gold-wash toning with typical edge transition oxidation where the gilding meets the rim.

Physical Proportions: Weight (30g) to dimension ratio (2.5" x 2") matches period German silver sheet gauge standards for barware and ritual Judaica shot cups.Historical Provenance & See less